IRS Proposes Rules for ‘Trump Accounts’
Draft regulations outline how parents and guardians can open tax-advantaged investment accounts for children and...
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Complaint Alleges Cushman & Wakefield Failed to Protect Workers’ 401(k) From Climate Risks
The plaintiff claims the real estate giant ignored climate-related financial threats and kept an underperforming...
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71.6% of DC plan sponsors surveyed reported being at least moderately likely to recommend their provider to others.
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How Does Outsourcing Affect Fiduciary Duties?
ERISA experts caution that while delegating duties to outside providers can add expertise and help with the workload, plan sponsors still have a duty to monitor.
How Can a Plan Utilize the Roth In-Plan Rollover Correction Method?
Experts from Groom Law Group and CAPTRUST answer questions concerning retirement plan administration and regulations.
401(k) Trading Remains Light Through February, Early March
Despite the global conflict in Iran, the trading tone ‘feels cautious and watchful, not reactive,’ per Alight’s Rob Austin.
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Why Are Retirees Underspending?
Morningstar interpreted its data as showing they are not doing it for fear of running out of money.
Retail Access to Private Markets Will Depend on Transparency, Education
Experts at two Securities and Exchange Commission roundtable conversations warned that clearer disclosures on valuation, liquidity and fees are critical...
Private Credit Faces Confidence Test as Concerns Persist
From a gated fund to increased redemption requests, experts say the investment class is facing its first major test.
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Indiana Law Mandates Access to Crypto Investments for State Plan Participants
The Hoosier state is the first in the U.S. to require digital assets be an investment option in public defined...
Rise in Hardship Withdrawals Behind Increase in Retirement Plan ‘Leakage’
New data show participants turning to defined contribution plans when in need of money for unexpected expenses.
Judge Allows ERISA Suit Over Discount Tire Retirement Plan Investments to Continue
Ruling allows the proposed class action alleging imprudent investment choices in the $1.2 billion employee retirement plan to proceed.
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Scripta hires 2 to lead sales; Nationwide promotes Ed Malone to associate VP; and Jason Levy promoted to head retirement...
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The DC Imperative: Advance Investment Solutions to Strengthen the Retirement Lifeline
Defined contribution plans are a critical component of retirement savings and, for many, can be a lifeline to financial security in retirement. However, participants want and need help to retire with dignity. We...
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Paycheck or Pot of Gold? Helping Participants Navigate the Decumulation Dilemma
In this webinar, you’ll discover how defined contribution plan participants are navigating the decumulation dilemma— taking their accumulated savings as a paycheck (i.e., an annuity) or a perceived “pot of gold” (i.e., a...
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DC Survey: Participant views on AI and private markets
Invesco's new DC Pulse Survey of plan participants focused on their views on AI and private markets.
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Cracking the Retirement Code: Income Replacement Rates
Will future retirees have enough income to maintain their pre-retirement standard of living? A retirement plan without an income replacement plan is just a savings account, which could fall short of participants’ needs...
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